New Harley = New Tools
Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 229
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From: Seattle
I needed to get a set of long-shaft torx sockets (really just the T-45), and ring-opening/spreader pliers for the expansion clip, for the removing and replacing passenger footpeg when installing slip-ons. The usual torx socket will not fit and/or reach far in enough to get to the bolt head in the footpeg post.
Extreme HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 12,359
Likes: 74
From: WI
This bad boy's got about everything you need, except for a T-25 and T-20 torx bit (it only goes down to T-30)
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00935255000P
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00935255000P
I believe you need a T-27 for the derby cover (at least that's what I needed on my Dyna. Haven't checked that yet on my Fatty).
Been watching. As much as I'd like to get a table lift I'm not sure my garage has the space for it (yet).
Road Captain
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 600
Likes: 0
From: Bama
This is the best lift for the money by far. Most of the time you can find a 20% off coupon to use along with the sale price. Thats exactly what I did so mine was $144 plus tax. I went to the store since I have one close.
To the OP, a lift is a must if you dont have one. That is right at the top of the most basic tools list.
http://www.harborfreight.com/automot...ift-99887.html
To the OP, a lift is a must if you dont have one. That is right at the top of the most basic tools list.
http://www.harborfreight.com/automot...ift-99887.html
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This is the best lift for the money by far. Most of the time you can find a 20% off coupon to use along with the sale price. Thats exactly what I did so mine was $144 plus tax. I went to the store since I have one close.
To the OP, a lift is a must if you dont have one. That is right at the top of the most basic tools list.
http://www.harborfreight.com/automot...ift-99887.html
To the OP, a lift is a must if you dont have one. That is right at the top of the most basic tools list.
http://www.harborfreight.com/automot...ift-99887.html
Advanced
Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 54
Likes: 3
From: Buffalo, NY
A torx socket set is pricless to any harley owner. About every fitting is a torx and not allen keys. A Craftsmen mechanics tool set and 7 peice torx socket set is all you really need for addons and general maitenence. Also harbor frieght's motorcycle lift is perfectly fine for home garage use and makes life a hell of a lot easier.